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Butter Chicken (halal, no alcohol)

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Butter Chicken is a delectable, creamy dish bursting with aromatic spices and tender chicken. This easy recipe brings restaurant-quality flavors to your home, perfect for family meals or special gatherings.

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

  • Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • Unsalted butter
  • Heavy cream (or coconut cream)
  • Garlic and ginger paste
  • Tomato puree
  • Ground cumin, coriander, and garam masala
  • Sugar
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, mix yogurt, garlic-ginger paste, and spices. Coat chicken thighs well and let marinate for 30 minutes.
  2. Sauté aromatics: In a large pan over medium heat, melt butter. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
  3. Add tomato puree: Stir in tomato puree and cook until slightly thickened.
  4. Incorporate cream: Lower heat and stir in heavy cream until combined.
  5. Cook chicken: Add marinated chicken to the pan and cook until tender (about 15-20 minutes).
  6. Finishing touches: Add sugar and garam masala before serving; garnish with cilantro.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Indian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 26g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg